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5 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Strangle' in a Sentence

"To cause death by compressing the throat, hindering the intake of air, typically accomplished by using hands or a tightly drawn cord." more

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The anxiety has been strangling her creativity, making it difficult to write.
The secretive organization has been strangling political dissent for years.
The oppressive regime has been strangling freedom of speech in the nation.
The tension in the room has been strangling any hope for a peaceful resolution.
The ghostly presence has been strangling the joy out of the once-happy household.

Strangle

strang-guhl
verbTo cause death by compressing the throat, hindering the intake of air, typically accomplished by using hands or a tightly drawn cord.
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Last Updated On: November 10, 2023
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